A day of touring around Kanazawa’s popular sightseeing spots with an up-close look at the skills of a sushi chef will surely stand out as special memories of customers’ trip to Japan. Look forward to a valuable opportunity to learn some knife skills and make hand-pressed sushi under the direct guidance of a sushi chef with over 50 years of experience. Carefully selected fresh ingredients will be used. Discover the difference in flavor from a pro with your own taste buds! The tour will visit popular sightseeing spots in Kanazawa including Kenrokuen, one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan where visitors can enjoy the natural scenery of the season such as winter yukitsuri (snow protection technique for trees) and spring cherry blossoms; and Higashi Chaya-gai, a district where geisha culture still thrives. The tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter who is knowledgeable about Kanazawa’s history. Add this tour showcasing Kanazawa’s unique culture, history and culinary charm to your trip to Japan. Book now and save the date!
** The tour operates on Sat and Tue. **
Highlights
Experience Kanazawa, Kenrokuen Garden, the Samurai District, and sushi-making in one day!
Guided by A National Government Licensed Interpreter!
Duration
8 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in
English
What is included
National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter fee
Lunch, 1 drink during meal (alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink)
Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour,Teacup
In front of Kanazawa Station Tourist Information Center (inside Kanazawa Station building)
Start time
9:15 am
End point
Tour ends after arriving at Kanazawa Station.
Experience Kanazawa, Kenrokuen Garden, the Samurai District, and sushi-making in one day. Guided by A National Government Licensed Interpreter.
Omicho Market
Cherished as the kitchen of Kanazawa City’s residents, Omicho Market has plenty to offer including the fresh bounty of the sea, in-season vegetables, and regional specialties. Lined with approximately 170 shops, this lively, bustling market is visited by everyone from local residents and sightseers to professional chefs.
Ohi Museum Artwork Viewing & Tea Ceremony Experience
This museum introduces visitors to the tea ceremony culture of Kaga, Kanazawa, as well as Ohi ware, a type of pottery with more than 350 years of history. After viewing, enjoy some matcha green tea and Japanese confectionery.
Sushi-making Experience
Experience making hand-pressed sushi and savoring the bounty of the sea off Kanazawa. Learn how to make hand-pressed sushi from a chef with over 50 years of experience. Afterwards, relish an enjoyable lunch that allows customers to compare the sushi they made with the sushi made by a skilled chef.
Nomura Residence, Nagamachi Samurai District
Visit a former residence of a samurai family from the Kaga Domain. Admire the traditional architecture and gaze at the beautiful Japanese garden.
Kenrokuen Garden
This beautiful garden is considered one of the top three Japanese gardens.
It offers amazing seasonal views all year round.
Higashi Chaya-gai
Wooden-latticed exteriors of teahouses line both sides of the stone-paved street here where something from the Edo period (1603-1868) still lingers in the air. This area is an Important Traditional Building Preservation District.
The tour operates on Sat and Tue.
If the minimum number of participants (2) is not met by 4 days before the scheduled date, or due to other operational management circumstances, the tour on that date may be canceled.
The last reception day (reservation deadline) is 8 days prior to the tour.
If the tour is canceled, customers will be notified by the conducting company or their travel agent.
The itinerary displayed on the booking screen is the final itinerary.
After departure, the tour may stop by at hotels in Kanazawa City to pick up customers. Please note that customers may not disembark for a break here.
If sightseeing facilities are closed, the tour will be taken to alternative destinations
The departure and arrival times and time to be spent at destinations written on the itinerary are an estimate. The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations.
Depending on the tour date, the cooking experience content and venue may be subject to change.
Please note that customers on this plan may ride along with participants of other tours.
Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with bus seats. If bus seats are required, please make a booking under the child rate.
Includes a lunch of hand-pressed sushi prepared by the chef. - For those who would like to make meal-related requests such as a vegetarian meal, please input in the Remarks field and contact the tour operator. Depending on the menu, requests may not be accommodated.
Allergy-friendly meals are not available
Under the guidance of a sushi chef, customers will experience making 2 pieces of sushi and 1 sushi roll. Those who would like may slice their own sushi toppings.
Ingredients for sushi toppings may vary depending on stock availability on the day.
Depending on the number of tour participants, transportation to be used may be other than a large bus (mid-size bus, small bus, hired car, or taxi).
Guide Language Support: English - The tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter.
Drivers do not work as guides.
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